Diamanten, robijnen en parels 1682 - 1733

"Diamanten, robijnen en parels" is an engraving by Romeyn de Hooghe from 1682-1733. It shows a variety of gemstones, including diamonds, rubies, and pearls. The work is organized into three columns, each depicting a different stage in the process of cutting and polishing gemstones. The first column shows the raw gemstones, the second column shows the gemstones in their intermediate stage of polishing, and the third column shows the finished gemstones. The print offers a detailed look at the craft of gem cutting, and provides a glimpse into the artistry of the period. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.